What Skin Issues Does Microneedling Treat?

Microneedling is a simple treatment that can help refresh your skin without surgery. It works by using a device with tiny needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin. This triggers your body’s natural healing response and ramps up collagen and elastin production – two key components that help keep your skin firm, smooth, and youthful.

At West Houston Plastic Surgery Clinic, board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Alfonso Barrera and Dr. Eric Ruff offer microneedling as part of their aesthetic care in Houston, Texas. Learn what issues microneedling can treat to help you get your glow back.

What Does Microneedling Treat?

Microneedling can help with a variety of skin concerns, including the following:

• Fine lines and early wrinkles: Microneedling stimulates collagen production, which naturally softens the appearance of fine lines over time. It refreshes your skin without changing your features.

• Mild skin laxity (loose or crepey skin): As collagen and elastin levels increase, you may notice your skin feeling firmer. This is especially helpful in areas like the lower face or neck, which tend to feel less tight as we age.

• Acne scars and other mild scarring: The micro-injuries created during treatment break down scar tissue and encourage healthy new skin to form. Over a series of treatments, acne scars can become smoother to the touch.

• Enlarged pores: By boosting collagen around the pores, microneedling can make them look smaller, especially in oilier areas like the nose, cheeks, and forehead.

• Sun damage and discoloration: Microneedling promotes skin turnover, which can gradually fade sun spots and improve uneven pigmentation. It gives your skin a brighter, more even tone.

• Rough or uneven skin texture: The healing process triggered by microneedling helps smooth out the skin’s surface, reducing rough areas caused by past breakouts or dullness.

• Stretch marks (in some cases): Microneedling can help fade newer or less severe stretch marks by encouraging collagen remodeling and improving texture.

Most patients choose to treat the face, but microneedling treatment areas can also include the neck, chest, and hands. Results appear gradually over a few weeks, with multiple sessions often recommended for best results.

Talk With a Trusted Team

At West Houston Plastic Surgery Clinic, every treatment is guided by the experience of board-certified plastic surgeons and their qualified aesthetics team. 

Microneedling is a great option if you want healthier skin without downtime or drastic change. Call 713-468-5200 to schedule your consultation in our Houston office.